Museum of the Mountain Man

Contact Information:

Address: 700 E. Hennick off
Fremont Lake Rd.
Phone: (307) 367-4101 or
(877) 686-6266
www.museumofthemountainman.com

The Museum of the Mountain Man is located at the base of the Wind River Mountains. The men of the Fur Trade, or Mountain Men, were among the greatest overland explorers that the world has ever known. The purpose of the museum is to interpret this important era of history to all who pass this way. The exhibition area includes special displays and interpretative text on equipment, tools, techniques, interaction with the American Indian, the Rendezvous and the role of the mountain man as an explorer and guide for the westward expansion. The museum also offers a research library, special programs and history demonstrations, children’s hands on activities, and a gift shop. The museum is open May through October, admission is charged, and there is plenty of large vehicle parking. During the second weekend of July history comes alive with the Green River Rendezvous commemoration when local residents reenact the events of the fur trade era.